Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed readiness to end the nuclear standoff with the West and called for dialogue to resolve Russia's war in Ukraine. Iran hopes for an easing of US sanctions that have severely impacted its economy. Pezeshkian criticized Israel for its actions in Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire. Iran has brokered secret talks between Russia and Yemen's Houthi rebels to transfer anti-ship missiles, showcasing its growing alliance with Moscow.